Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon fillets on it. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. You'll know it's done when it's opaque and firm to the touch, with a lovely golden brown colour.
- While the salmon is baking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until it's translucent and starting to caramelize. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The aroma of cooked garlic will fill the air, and you'll know it's ready when it's soft and fragrant.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots, diced bell peppers, and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp and the bell peppers are slightly charred. You'll hear the sound of sizzling vegetables as they cook, and you'll know they're done when they're tender but still crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce and 1 tablespoon of water. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are coated. The sauce will reduce and thicken, creating a rich and sticky glaze that coats the vegetables.
- Fluff the cooked white rice with a fork and stir in the cooked vegetables and teriyaki sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. The rice will be fluffy and separate, with a lovely sheen from the teriyaki sauce.
- To assemble the bowls, place a portion of the rice mixture on the bottom, followed by a piece of baked salmon. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. The finished dish will be a vibrant and colourful mix of textures and flavours, with the crispy sesame seeds and fresh green onions adding a nice crunch and freshness.
Notes
For extra crunch, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. You can substitute brown rice or quinoa for white rice.
